noun
- thin layers of wood or other material used to cover a surface
- superficial appearances that hide the true nature of something
Usage: figurative
verb
- covers with a thin layer of fine wood or other material
- gives a superficial appearance to hide the true nature
Usage: figurative
Examples
- The cabinet doors were made with oak veneers over plywood.
- Dental veneers can improve the appearance of stained teeth.
- His polite manner was just a veneer hiding his true feelings.
- The company veneers its cheap furniture with expensive-looking wood.
- She veneers her insecurity with false confidence.
- The antique table had beautiful mahogany veneers.
- Behind the veneer of success, the business was struggling.